As dental professionals, our goal is to help patients preserve their natural teeth. However, occasionally issues can arise that mean extracting a tooth is actually the best course of action. What happens when we extract a tooth? What oral health concerns require removing a patient’s tooth?
Category: Restorative Dentistry
When Do You Need A Root Canal?
When we say the phrase “root canal treatment” does a shiver go down your spine? Unfortunately, many people have a very wrong idea about this common and safe procedure. Most people find receiving one comparable to receiving a simple dental filling. They can help protect your teeth from serious oral health problems, such as dental… Read more »
How Do You Fix Teeth With Tooth-Colored Fillings?
When a patient develops a cavity, we typically recommend a restoration. Instead of relying on metal fillings, such as amalgam, we can provide a more natural looking and metal-free alternative. How do we fix teeth with tooth-colored filings? Can you take steps to avoid future cases of tooth decay?
Can You Place A Crown In One Visit?
If you have a broken or fractured tooth, or a serious oral health problem, we may recommend a dental crown to address the issue. In the past, placement required between two and three visits. Now, we can simply create and place one in one visit!
Which Crown Does My Smile Need?
When a patient comes to us with a broken or cracked tooth, or advanced decay or an infection, then we may recommend a dental crown. There are several materials we may use, depending on the area of placement and the issue we’re addressing. In today’s blog, we’re going to look at the different materials we… Read more »
Treating Serious Tooth Issues With A Root Canal
It is possible to respond to tooth decay before a root canal becomes necessary. When your dentist is able to treat your cavity before it spreads to the interior of your tooth, you can only require a dental filling. Unfortunately, many people will let decay go without care until the problem has infiltrated their pulp,… Read more »
3 Instances Where A Dental Crown Can Benefit You
Ideally, your trip to the dentist will not require a dental crown, or any other form of restorative dental care. Unfortunately, issues can arise that demand treatment. Cavities are a common issue, but there are other scenarios that could require the placement of a dental crown. Fortunately, you can look forward to receiving a restoration… Read more »
3 Issues That Can Make It Harder To Bite And Chew Food
Any dental issue that makes it harder for you to bite and chew food should be taken seriously. It can be an uncomfortable problem, while also putting limitations on your diet. There are many problems that can lead to complications with your dental function. The issue could be with untreated tooth decay, or a dental… Read more »
When Dental Troubles Call For A Root Canal Treatment
Taking oral health threats seriously is important. As a cavity forms, it will causing increasing damage to your tooth. When damage reaches the interior of your tooth, and infects the living tissue housed in your pulp, it can put you in a state of discomfort. As the damage continues to spread, you can lose your… Read more »
Restoring Your Smile After Tooth Decay Is Addressed
When a cavity is identified on your tooth, your dentist will need to excise the damaged area completely. Tooth decay develops until it forms a cavity, which will continue to spread and damage your tooth until it is completely removed. Of course, this does leave you with a section of dental material missing from your… Read more »